Things that moved with the passage of time.

[Auger]

Just curious as to how many of you have had something move with time passage. I’m referring to our models in regards to the building processes used; lessons learned.

 

Here’s my latest: Support beam fatigue. I had installed it with a support treenail but the part still fell-out causing the rails to warp. Maybe the drill hole was a bit too large, or the treenail bent with glue moisture? Too thin of a diameter? I don’t know. But like I said in my build log, we’ll just chalk it up to navigational error. I fear trying to force things back into place will only make matters worse. So, I’ve resigned to just reinforcing the fallen beam with some epoxy in the right places. I try to take into account the extreme temperature differentials within my garage workroom when building through the seasons, but sometimes I get stung. This took place over the course of a year or so. Maybe the top rail had too much tension after drying, unseen builders error? Maybe I could have bent the rail a bit more, but it laid in well when building and I don’t force things. If I have to force it, it isn’t ready to go yet, or I need to do it over. 

Anyway, I’m keen to see what you all have experienced. Wood moves in permanence, we all know. I have a superb oak table in my salon which never ceases to amaze me at how much it’s planks move. 

 

Edited November 6, 2023 by Auger

[Auger]

…for example:

 

this winter, it’ll be flush.

 

 

Edited November 6, 2023 by Auger